Silverswift Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Overview
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View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, experienced or a novice, this snorkel and dive cruise from Cairns is the perfect day out on the Great Barrier Reef. Visiting three different dive sites you'll discover the abundant marine life and diversity of coral which the Great Barrier Reef is world-famous for. This experience is best suited to people who are confident in the water.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age for all diving activities is 12 years. Medical conditions apply and some people may require a doctor’s certificate to participate in scuba diving..
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
After a single scuba dive a wait of 12 hours is recommended before ascending to an altitude of 300 metres or greater. If doing multiple dives an interval of 24 hours is suggested.
Ceritified Diving: Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Please confirm your booking at least 24 hours prior to travel.
All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire onboard prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Use of Prescription masks
Buffet lunch
Professional guide
Environmental Management Charge (EMC)
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Choice of snorkeling, introductory or certified diving (option selected at time of booking)
Use of dive equipment (if option selected)
Morning and afternoon tea
Snorkel tour with reef guide
Drinks
Gratuities
Wet suit hire for snorkelers (approximately AUD $12.00)
Optional activities (if options not selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
One Introductory Dive
Minimum Age 13 - Intro Dive: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes 1 introductory dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear. MIN
Snorkeling Only
5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes guided snorkel tour, buffet lunch & snorkel gear
One Certified Dive
Certification Required: Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Min Age 13 -One Certified Dive: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes 1 certified dive, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear
Three Certified Dives
Certification Required: Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card
Minimum Age 13 - 3 Cert Dives: 5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes 3 certified dives, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear
Two Introductory Dives
5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes 2 introductory dives, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear
Two Certified Dives
5 hrs on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, visiting 3 sites. Includes 2 certified dives, buffet lunch, snorkel & dive gear
Proof of Certification Needed: Certified divers must possess an internationally recognised SCUBA certificate card.
Operated by The Quicksilver Group
Reviews
380 reviews
Great Experience!!
Jillian G,
Feb 22, 2025
5.0Getting to see three different sites was really cool, each one was a little different. The pre-brief was very informational. The crew were all helpful and informative. The nature talks between locations helped us to know what we were looking at. This cruise provides prescription goggles and basic sea sickness pills. The lunch was delicious and plentiful - both in amount and options. Bucket list item successfully and exceptionally checked off!!
Still great in cloudy day
dawn w,
Feb 20, 2025
5.0Don’t be afraid to go if the weather looks iffy.Was cloudy all day but we still saw so many beautiful fish and coral. Company did a great job
Great diving experience.
Bill F,
Feb 13, 2025
5.0Turn key exceptional experience. Dive master Michael was wonderful and informative. Food and service exceeded expectations.
The Silverswoft and its...
Spenser D,
Feb 11, 2025
5.0The Silverswoft and its crew made for an incredible reef experience. The cruise out to the reef sites was lovely and the ship was stocked with snacks and beverages both for the included morning/afternoon teas and lunch as well as for purchase in between. They also have some stuff to help with seasickness if you need. The reef sites were incredible and they really maximize the time you get at each by making everything run efficiently. They are also very flexible - my partner and I both bought intro scuba dives. I decided after the briefing at the start of the day that I just wanted to scuba and they let my partner do a second dive for free (normally A$80 at the time of this review). You can also get a refund if you end up in the same situation but if you book through Viator, you have to go through Viator to get it, so this ended up being way nicer anyway.
Great experience
David M,
Feb 8, 2025
5.0Staff was great you could tell they enjoyed there work. Got about an hour at each site. The food was great. Had a great experience
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